WC2R 2NS is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.3km from Middle Temple in City of Westminster. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within St James's ward and the Cities of London and Westminster constituency.
This is a neighbourhood popular with working professionals and graduates. During the day, high status city commuters, mostly in london. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. The area has a notably diverse population — 46% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Westminster.
Safety: Crime rates are high (377 per 1,000 residents) — commercial zones and transport hubs in the vicinity contribute to these figures. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for WC2R 2NS are sourced from Output Area E00190459 (shared with 228 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WC2R 2NS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WC2R 2NS.
225
33
£ 68,500 /yr
39%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WC2R 2NS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
WC2R 2NS has a highly multicultural community character — 46% of residents are from non-white backgrounds, reflecting one of the more diverse neighbourhoods in the district. Crime is above average; much reflects high urban footfall rather than community risk.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WC2R 2NS. The average age is 32.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime rates near WC2R 2NS are high at 377 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and theft from the person. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Clement Danes CofE Primary School
St Josephs Catholic Primary School
London Nautical School
St Alban's Church of England Primary School
Oasis Academy Johanna
St George the Martyr Church of England Primary School
Children's Hospital School at Gt Ormond Street and UCH
Christopher Hatton Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
99 nearby- The Old Nick0.9 km
- The Square Pig0.9 km
- Bloomsbury Tavern1.0 km
- Little Fable1.0 km
- Patch Bar1.0 km
- + 94 more
Restaurant, Cafe
836 nearby- ITV Waterhouse Square0.9 km
- LOCKY'S1.0 km
- BARN JU0.7 km
- Blank Street0.7 km
- Blank Street Coffee0.7 km
- + 831 more
Supermarkets
21 nearby- TESCO0.8 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Food (near Plat 19)0.9 km
- Tesco0.9 km
- Sainsburys0.9 km
- Amazon Fresh0.8 km
- + 16 more
Takeaway Shop
159 nearby- Pret A Manger1.0 km
- Krispy Kreme Uk Ltd0.8 km
- Coopers0.8 km
- Wasabi0.8 km
- Chao!now1.0 km
- + 154 more
Retailers - Other
186 nearby- Boots The Chemist Ltd0.8 km
- Oxfam0.7 km
- A P Food Express1.0 km
- Whistlestop0.9 km
- ZZ Food Express1.0 km
- + 181 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
35 nearby- Union Jack Club0.9 km
- Apex Temple Court Hotel0.5 km
- Rose and crown0.9 km
- Sea containers london0.6 km
- Travelodge0.8 km
- + 30 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- London Charing Cross0.7 km
- London Blackfriars0.8 km
- London Waterloo (East)0.9 km
Bus Stops
- Temple Underground Station0.1 km
- Temple Underground Station0.1 km
- Temple Underground Station0.1 km
- Savoy Pier0.4 km
- Savoy Pier0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WC2R2NS · Data under Open Government Licence